Parents and students should be aware that the sole purpose of a school bus is to transport
students safely to and from school. Since the school bus driver carries this heavy burden
of responsibility, the school bus is considered an extension of the classroom and all
Shelby County Board of Education rules apply. The following guidelines are to be followed
when riding the bus. Any student not abiding by these guidelines may be subject to
discipline as outlined in the DEFINITIONS AND RULES RELATING TO FORMAL DISCIPLINARY ACTION
in the Shelby County Code of Conduct.

(Any violations of school bus rules will be handled by the local school administration.)

Students will be picked-up and dropped-off at their residence or designated bus stop only.

Be at the bus stop at least 5 minutes prior to the designated time.

Once students arrive at their school bus stop, they become the responsibility of the school system.

Obey instructions given by the driver.

Be courteous to fellow pupils and the bus driver. (Do not annoy other students)

Horseplay, Threats, and Fighting are not permitted on or around the bus or at bus stops.

Remain silent when approaching and crossing railroads.

Talk only in a normal voice and do not use profane or obscene language.

Remain properly seated, do not change seats, and keep head and hands inside the bus.

Do not eat, chew gum, drink, smoke, or strike matches on the school bus.

Do not carry weapons of any kind.

Do not tamper with any of the equipment on the bus, especially the emergency door.

Do not litter the bus, or throw objects within or outside the bus.

Do not leave the bus except at your regular stop without written permission from the administration.

Do not bring glass or possible dangerous items on the bus.

Books, packages, coats, band instruments, and other items should not be in the aisles or in the driver compartment and should not be left on the bus. These items must be held in the
child's lap and must not occupy the seat of another child.

Students are not allowed to transport Prescription
or Non-Prescription medications on the bus except emergency medications and
approved medications prescribed for self-administration.

Due to the possible distraction to the bus driver
by the use of cell phones, beepers, or other personal electronic communication
devices, the use of these items will not be allowed on the school bus. Under
emergency situations (i.e., mechanical break-down of the school bus, accidents,
or other possible safety issues) the use of these items may be allowed.

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